There's an astronaut saying: In space, “there is no problem so bad that you can’t make it worse.” So how do you deal with the complexity, the sheer pressure, of dealing with dangerous and scary situations? Retired colonel Chris Hadfield paints a vivid portrait of how to be prepared for the worst in space (and life) -- and it starts with walking into a spider’s web. Watch for a special space-y performance.

What I learned from going blind in space

Real growth happens by facing fears directly, not by merely avoiding risks. Astronauts train for terrifying scenarios, like going blind during a spacewalk, to rewire automatic panic responses. The difference between perceived danger and actual danger can unlock extraordinary experiences, from building space stations to seeing Earth’s beauty from above. Small, repeated exposure to fears—like walking through spiderwebs—transforms anxiety into confidence and opens new possibilities.

Conquering Fear Requires Practicing Danger, Not Avoiding It

*An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth*

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